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06 Sept 2025

Snow hits Dartmoor

Snow disrupts Devon as yellow weather alert warns of snowy conditions

Snow hits Dartmoor

Snow has arrived in Princetown. Credit: Miles Fowler

Snowy conditions have arrived on Dartmoor, bringing thick flurries to the moors and causing travel disruption.

Miles Fowler, who was up in Princetown, described the situation as "starting to get blocked here" and issued a warning to drivers, particularly those with hatchback cars, advising they may struggle to make it through the snowy conditions.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather alert for Devon today, warning of snow and icy conditions until 11.59pm.

ABOVE: Snow in Princetown. Credit: Miles Fowler 

While the south of Devon, including Plymouth, is experiencing rainy and wet weather, Dartmoor has seen a substantial amount of snow, with temperatures remaining cold across the region.

Motorists are advised to take caution on the roads, particularly in areas at higher elevations like Dartmoor, where snow is expected to continue falling throughout the day.

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